Leon Graham Dam

TR-SPEAR CK.· Choctaw, Alabama· Built 1989· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Leon Graham Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage111 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge265 cfs
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDAL02360

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 11, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LEON GRAHAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leon Graham Dam?

Leon Graham Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Leon Graham Dam?

Leon Graham Dam is owned by LEON GRAHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Leon Graham Dam built?

Leon Graham Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Leon Graham Dam?

Leon Graham Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Leon Graham Dam?

Leon Graham Dam has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Leon Graham Dam last inspected?

Leon Graham Dam was last inspected on October 11, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.